Hopea plagata, known commonly as Yakal-saplungan, is a dipterocarp native to the Philippines.
A popular source of timber for heavy construction projects in the Philippines. The leaves measure roughly around 11 to 12 cm in length and are 4 cm wide, arranged in an alternating fashion with an oblique leaf base with an acute to acuminate apex, young leaves are reddish brown to yellow. Fruit is a two-winged samara, a wing is around 3.5 cm long and 1.5 cm wide, the fruit itself is around 1 cm long and 1 cm wide.Yakal-saplungan can be planted as windbreaks and to control soil erosion. The wood is used for doors, windows, furniture, and general construction where durability is needed. Dipterocarp seeds are recalcitrant and easily lose viability when dried or stored long. After cutting the wings, the seeds should be planted in a potting medium as soon as possible.
